In this article, we'll take a closer look at some of the most haunting places around the world that are believed to be gateways to the underworld.
In this article, we are going to explore these haunting places, which some believe might be gateways to the underworld. From the beautiful land of Greece to the spooky hot spring in Japan, the story of these places has captivated many people for a long time.
In the southernmost tip of Greece, there lies the famous Cape Matapan Caves. The caves are a network of tunnels and chambers that lead deep into the cliff face. (Photo by Charles Nadeau on Flickr/CC BY 2.0)
In the past, they were believed to be a gate to Hades, the Greek god of the underworld.
The Greeks also believed that the caves were home to demons and other supernatural creatures.
The Houska Castle is a medieval fort that was built in the 13th century.
Legend said that there was a big, bottomless pit where people saw winged beasts coming out from it. The Duke was called by the people.
He then asked a young man to be lowered into the put to check it out, but when they pulled him up, the young man had aged 40 years. It makes people believe that the hole is a portal to hell.
After that, the Duke built the castle on top of the pit. He also built a chapel right above the pit to keep demons from coming to Earth. (Photo by Scary Side of Earth on Flickr/CC BY 2.0)
3. The Cave of the Sibyl, Italy
The Cave of the Sibyl is an old cave located underneath the ancient city of Cumae in Naples. Many said that this cave was the home of Cumaean Sibyl. Legend said that she was a priestess who could see the future and communicate with the dead. She could also tell people about how to enter the underworld.
4. Hekla Mountain, Iceland
Hekla Mountain is a volcano located in Iceland. It is said to be a gateway to the underworld and is also said to be the home of demons. It has erupted many times over the centuries, and its eruptions are often accompanied by earthquakes and other natural disasters. (Photo by Hansueli Krapf on Wikimedia/CC BY-SA 3.0)
The ancient Icelanders believed that the eruptions of Hekla Mountain were caused by the demons who lived inside the volcano.
(Photo by Alan Moore on Flickr/CC BY-ND 2.0)
5. Chinoike Jigoku, Japan
Chinoike Jigoku is a unique and famous hot spring in Beppu, Japan. The thing that makes it unique is its bright red-colored boiling water. The name means "Blood Pond Hell" or "Red Hell" in English because it looks like the image of hell in Buddism. (Photo by Yannick Dellafaille on Flickr/CC BY-SA 2.0)
5 Haunting Places: Gateways To The Underworld
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This article uncovers the mysteries behind these spooky places that are believed to be a gate to hell.
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